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Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Shri Ram Vilas
Paswan critically and minutely examines production, availability and consumption of all pulses, oilseeds and Onions
The Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Shri Ram Vilas Paswan today critically and minutely examined the production, availability, consumption pattern, import and export of all pulses, oilseeds and Onions with senior officials from the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Agriculture, Commerce and NAFED.
Addressing the media after the review meeting, Shri Paswan stated that prices are likely to remain stable and there is ample availability of all pulses, oilseeds and onions in the country. Shri Paswan said that the total availability of pulses was 317 lakh tonnes in 2018-19, out of which 280 lakh tonnes have been consumed and we have 37 lakh tonnes of pulses available at present. Apart from this, the production of pulses is estimated to be 260 lakh tonnes and import of 10 lakh tonnes is estimated this year. A total of 307 lakh tonnes of pulses will be available with the government in the current year, of which 290 lakh tonnes is estimated to be consumed. Thus we have no shortage of pulses. The Minister also asserted if hoarding occurs anywhere, the government will take strong measures against it.
Shri Paswan further added that there is no shortage of edible oils either. The country produced 103 lakh tonnes of oil in 2016-17, while the demand was 250 lakh tonnes. 146 lakh tonnes of oil was imported. This time also the production of oil is expected to be 103 lakh tonnes and demand is 250 lakh tonnes. The shortage of edible oil will be bridged by imports. Oil prices in the market are also almost stable compared to last year.
The Union Minister said that the price situation is being closely monitored and if necessary, suitable action will be taken to ensure that all essential commodities are available to the consumers at a reasonable price. Shri Paswan further said that 50,000 MT Onion buffer is available with NAFED and State governments can exercise the option of buying from the central government buffer to increase their supply according to their requirement.
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Sl. No.
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Country
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Item
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1.
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Australia
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5.56x45mm Ball MK N
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2.
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Azerbaijan
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Sleeves-Mechanical Part
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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR, Ballistic Vest Level IIIA, Hard Armour Plates ICW Level IV, Weight
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3.
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Botswana
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Round 84mm Models
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4.
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Estonia
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Sleeve 2 bady
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5.
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Finland
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Passive Night Sight
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6.
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Germany
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Over-vest with 2 Plate, Helmet, PE Panel, Bomb Suppression Blanket, Soft Armor Panel, Shiel with accessories
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Cartridge
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7.
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Guinea
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MK-4 Sleeping Bag Complete with inner lining
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8.
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Indonesia
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Modules and Programming cards
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9.
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Israel
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an empty outer cover of the Mortar Shell a SLEEVE 2- BADY
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10.
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Malaysia
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Brake Parachute with Pulley, Repair Kit and Manual for Brake.
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11.
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Namibia
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Unit Level Switch Board  Mk III
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12.
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Norway
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Rifle
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13.
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Seychelles
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Costal Surveillance System
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DO-228 Aircraft
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14.
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Singapore
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Spare part of the Radar like Power Supply Module Card, Radar Distribution Card, Amplifier, Bus Bar Interface Card
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Bullet Proof Vest, Helmet with Accessories
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15.
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South Africa
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Rail Detonators
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16.
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Sweden
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Shelter SDGM, Technical Platform
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155x52mm Cal Barrel
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17.
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Turkey
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Laser Transmitter
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18.
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UAE
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Mine Protected Vehicle & Primer and Ammunition, Over-vest, Helmet, Soft Armor Panel
CARPET LEVEL IIIA for protection of Civil Helicopters
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19.
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USA
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Date Link, Errogator
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Over-vest, Helmet, Hard Armor Panel, Soft Armor Panel, Polyethylene Plate PE Plate, Ceramic Plate
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20.
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Vietnam
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Acoustic Test Facility and Pressure Test Facility
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21.
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Oman
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Over-vest, Helmet, Ceramic Plate
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22.
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France
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Flexar Panel, Soft Armor Panel, Vehicle Armor Panel
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23.
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Czech Republic
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Ceramics Plate 
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24.
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Philippines
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Over-vest
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25.
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Netherlands
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Hard Armor Plates
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26.
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Spain
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Over-vest with 2 ceramic plate, Vehicle Armor Panel, Ceramic Plate, Helmet
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27.
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Korea
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Over-vest
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28.
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Saudi Arabia
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BOMB BLANKE, TCeramic Plate, Helmet with Accessories, Over-vest, Night Vision Monocular & Night Vision Binocular
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29.
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Sri Lanka
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Over-vest, PE plate, Bulk Memory control Card, Power Supply, Trigger Board Raw DC Supply Board, Processor card-IRDP.
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30.
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Thailand
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Night Vision Binocular, Over-vest, PE plate
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31.
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Somalia
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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR
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32.
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Burkina Faso
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Overvest with 2 Plate
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33.
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Mexico
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Vehicle Armor Panel
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34.
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Columbia
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Bullet Proof Vest, Hard Armor Plates, Bullet Proof Helmet
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35.
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Qatar
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Soft Armor Plate, Over-vest
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36.
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Iraq
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Body Protecting Items
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37.
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Lebanon
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Body Protecting Items
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38.
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Ecuador
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Body Protecting Items
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39.
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Uruguay
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Body Protecting Items
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40.
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Bahrain
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Body Protecting Items
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41.
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Japan
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Body Protecting Items
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42.
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Egypt
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Body Protecting Items like Helmet and Over-vests
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
204.6 cr Total Vaccine doses  have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
26,77,405 doses administered in last 24 hours
India's Active caseload currently stands at 1,39,792
Active cases stand at 0.32%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.49%
17,897 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 4,33,83,787
13,734 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
87.58 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 4,11,102 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Ministry of Power
Statement of Power Ministry on coal stock position in Thermal Power Plants
The demand for power has been increasing from August, 2021 onwards. In August, 2021, the power consumption was 124 Billion Unit  whereas the consumption in August, 2019  was 106 BU. This was an increase of almost 18-20%. The increasing trend is persisting – the demand on 04.10.2021 was 1,74,000 MW - 15000 MW more than on the corresponding day in the previous year.
The increase in demand is a positive sign; it indicates that the economy is growing. It is also because more than 28 million homes were connected to electricity under the SAUBHAGYA Programme and all these new consumers are buying appliance like fans, coolers, TVs etc.
There was continuous rain in the coal bearing areas in the months of August and September, 2021 leading to lower desptach from coal mines in this period. However, the despatches have picked-up again. On the 04.10.2021 the total number of rakes dispatched was 263 which is 15 rakes more than the rakes dispatched on the 03.10.2021. It is expected that the despatches from coal lines will increase further.
The average stock of coal in power plants was for about four days on 03.10.2021. However, this is a rolling stock, the coal is dispatched through rakes every day from the coal mines to thermal power plants.
In order to manage the coal stock and ensure equitable distribution of coal, Ministry of Power constituted a Core Management Team  on 27.08.2021 comprising of representatives from MoP, CEA, POSOCO, Railways and Coal India Ltd  to ensure daily monitoring of the coal stocks and despaches. The CMT is closely monitoring and managing the coal stocks on daily basis and ensuring follow up actions with Coal India and Railways to improve the coal supply to power plants.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
On the 77th Independence Day, Prime Minister appreciates nurses, doctors and others for their efforts for changing the fortune of the country
50 nurses from across the country invited as Special Guests to witness the Independence Day Celebrations from the iconic Red Fort
“Covid has taught us that development of the world is not possible without a human centric approach”
“Jan Aushadhi Kendras have given new strength to the middle class of the country by savings of Rs. 20,000 crores”
"The target is to increase the number of Jan Aushadhi Kendras to 25,000 Kendras"
As part of the Independence Day celebrations in New Delhi, 50 Nurses along with their family members from across the country were invited as Special Guests to witness and participate in the celebrations from the ramparts of the Red Fort. These Special Guests were part of the 1800 special guests from various walks of life ranging from Sarpanches, teachers, farmers, and fishermen.
Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi appreciated the nurses, doctors and others for their efforts for changing the fortunes of the country. He said that Covid has taught us that development of the world is not possible without a human centric approach.
Accentuating the efforts of the government to improve the Universal Health Coverage of the country, he said that the government has invested Rs. 70,000 crores in Ayushman Bharat which provides Rs.5 lakh annual health guarantee to the BPL families.
Addressing the nation on the occasion, he lauded the exemplary contribution of health workers specially Anganwadi workers and ASHA workers for their dedication and persistent efforts in achieving the milestone of over 200 crore Covid vaccinations. “Helping the world during and after COVID has established India as a friend to the world", he further noted.
Highlighting the vision of One Earth, One Health and One Future, he said “Jan Aushadhi Kendras have given new strength to the middle class of the country by savings of Rs. 20,000 crores. He affirmed that nation is going to work in the coming days with the target of increasing the number of Jan Aushadhi Kendras to 25,000 from the present number of 10000 Kendras.
Ministry of Minority Affairs
Minister for Minority Affairs Shri Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi has said, evil forces will not be allowed to succeed in their nefarious designs to hijack the atmosphere of peace and prosperity in Jammu-Kashmir.
After several decades, people of Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh have become an equal partner of transparent democratic and development process: Naqvi
Union Minister for Minority Affairs Shri Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi has said, evil forces will not be allowed to succeed in their nefarious designs to hijack the atmosphere of peace and prosperity in Jammu-Kashmir through terrorism and violence.
Addressing various programmes during foundation stone laying/inauguration of different development projects in Budgam, Jammu-Kashmir today, Shri Naqvi said that perpetrators of killings of innocent people will be eliminated.
Shri Naqvi said that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has replaced “Parikrama Politics” with “Perfect Performance”. It has ensured that Jammu- Kashmir, Ladakh have also been moving forward on the path of prosperity by eradicating the disease of terrorism and separatism.
The Minister said that the Government has ended “Caucus of Corruption” from the power corridors of Delhi and now the Government has made Jammu-Kashmir also free from “Corruption of Clan”. Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh have been moving forward on the path of inclusive development by demolishing the “web of dynasty”. After several decades, people of Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh have become an equal partner of transparent democratic and development process.
He said, after abolition of the Article 370, rights of the people of Jammu-Kashmir and Leh-Kargil regarding trade, agriculture, employment, culture, land and property etc have been provided absolute Constitutional protection and safe-guard.
Shri Naqvi stated that Zojila Tunnel will provide all weather connectivity between Jammu-Kashmir and Ladakh. Sindhu Central University is being established with a cost of about Rs 750 crore in Ladakh and the University will ensure quality higher education and intellectual growth in the region.
Shri Naqvi said, the Government is working with commitment to inclusive development of Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh. People of Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh have been benefitted immensely from welfare schemes of the Government such as “Ayushman Bharat”, “Jan Dhan Yojana”, “Ujjawala Yojana”, “Swachh Bharat Abhiyan”, “Mudra Yojana”, schemes providing houses and electricity.
During his visit to Budgam, Shri Naqvi inaugurated T20 Tourist Accommodation and parking area at Doodhpathri, interacted with Panchayat representatives, people’s representatives, delegations of prominent people from education, health, social and cultural fields at Tenger. Interacted with people from Gujjar-Bakarwal community. He visited apple and walnut orchards in Yugbug and interacted with farmers and local residents, laid foundation stone of District Veterinary Hospital at Budgam and met with senior administrative officials to review various development projects. He also distributed sanction letters and cheques to beneficiaries of different welfare schemes.
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets Indian Coast Guard personnel, on their Foundation Day
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted Indian Coast Guard personnel, on their Foundation Day.
“Greetings to Indian Coast Guard personnel on their Foundation Day. They are diligently and bravely guarding our coasts”, the Prime Minister said.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
138.96 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
India's Active caseload currently stands at 78,190; lowest in 575 days
Active cases account for less than 1% of total cases, currently at 0.22%; Lowest since March 2020
Recovery Rate currently at 98.40%; Highest since March 2020
6,906 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 3,42,01,966
6,317 new cases in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate  less than 2% for last 79 days
Weekly Positivity Rate  less than 1% for last 38 days
66.74cr Total Tests conducted so far
Statewise status of Omicron Variant
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S. No.
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State
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No. of Omicron Cases
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Discharged/Recovered/Migrated
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1
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Delhi
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57
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17
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2
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Maharashtra
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54
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28
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3
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Telangana
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24
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0
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4
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Karnataka
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19
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15
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5
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Rajasthan
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18
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18
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6
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Kerala
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15
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0
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7
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Gujarat
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14
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4
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8
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J&K 
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3
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3
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9
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Odisha
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2
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0
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10
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Uttar Pradesh
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2
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2
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11
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Andhra Pradesh
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1
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1
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12
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Chandigarh
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1
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0
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13
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Ladakh
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1
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1
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14
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Tamil Nadu
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1
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0
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15
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West Bengal
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1
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1
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Total
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213
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90
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
217.68 cr Total Vaccine doses  have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
11,67,772 doses administered in last 24 hours
India's Active caseload currently stands at 43,415
Active cases stand at 0.10%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.72%
4,688 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 4,40,00,298
4,129 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
89.38 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 1,64,377 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Ministry of Finance
India, ADB sign $300 million loan to improve primary health care in India
The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank  yesterday signed a $300 million loan to strengthen and improve access to comprehensive primary health care in urban areas of 13 states that will benefit over 256 million urban dwellers including 51 million from slum areas.
Mr. Rajat Kumar Mishra, Additional Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs in the Ministry of Finance, signed for the Government of India the agreement for Strengthening Comprehensive Primary Health Care and pandemic preparedness in Urban Areas Program while Mr. Takeo Konishi, Country Director of ADB’s India Resident Mission, signed for ADB.
After signing the loan agreement, Mr Mishra said that the programme supports the Government of India’s key health initiatives - Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres  and Pradhan Mantri Atmanirbhar Swasth Bharat Yojana  - which has been renamed as Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission  - by expanding availability and access to quality primary health care services particularly for vulnerable populations in urban areas.
Ayushman Bharat programme, launched in 2018, aims to improve access to comprehensive primary health care as a key strategy to achieve universal health coverage in India. With the spread of the coronavirus disease  pandemic that put additional pressure on the country’s health system, the government launched PM-ASBY later renamed as PM-ABHIM in October 2021 to adopt a long-term approach to system strengthening to prepare for future pandemics and other emergencies.
“Ensuring equitable access to non-COVID-19 primary health care is critical amid challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic to India’s health system,” said Mr. Konishi. “The programme complements the government’s efforts to bridge the health care gaps by strengthening institutional capacity, operation, and management of urban health and wellness centers at the central, state, and municipal levels.”
The programme will be implemented in urban areas across 13 states: Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and West Bengal. Beside the pandemic response, interventions through the program promote increased utilization of urban HWCs with provision of comprehensive primary health care packages including noncommunicable diseases and community outreach services such as awareness raising activities on health care options, particularly for women. Delivery and health information systems for primary health care will be upgraded through digital tools, quality assurance mechanisms, and engagement and partnership with the private sector.
The programme is supported by a $2 million technical assistance grant from ADB’s Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction to provide support for programme implementation and coordination, capacity building, innovation, knowledge sharing and application of scalable best practices across the healthcare system.
Prime Minister's Office
English translation of Press Statement by Prime Minister during his visit to Japan
(Prime Minister and my close friend, Mr. Abe,
Distinguished delegates,
Friends,
Namaste,
Konichiwa,
The affectionate way in which Abe San has welcomed me here in Tokyo, and earlier in Yamanashi and in his home, has made this visit of mine to Japan even more unforgettable. Japan is the best amalgamation of best values of eastern and western cultures. This is the same great country which has taught us that the path of human development is not the one of conflict between the ancient and the new ways but it is about their co-existence and creation. Acceptance of new and respect for the old – this is the key contribution of Japan to the world civilization. And it is also one of the very close similarities of India and Japan.
Excellencies,
India and Japan relations have the depths and expanse of Indian and Pacific oceans. These relations are based on shared commitment to democratic values and freedoms and the Rule of Law. Yesterday and todayI had a very useful conversation with Abe San on great vision for the future development of our relations. Today, we have signed this shared vision. Tomorrow it will provide a new light to our future. We are in complete agreement that we will give unhindered pace to our cooperation in digital partnership to cyber space, from health to defense and security and from sea to space. I have been told that today Japan's investors have announced a fresh investment of $ 2.5 billion in India. This will provide employment to about 30 thousand people in India. Agreement on Bilateral Currency Swap Arrangement during this visit clearly reflects our mutual trust and our ever increasing closeness in economic partnership.
Friends,
21st century is the century of Asia, but there are questions regarding its form and factor. Who will benefit, what needs to be done, there are many such questions. However one thing is very clear that without the cooperation between India and Japan 21st century cannot be a century of Asia.
Abe San and I have agreed to the 2 + 2 Dialogue between our Foreign and Defense Ministers. Its purpose is to promote peace and stability in the world. Japan's entry into the International Solar Alliance will be another shining example of such cooperation in the interest of the world.
Friends,
Next year Japan will host the G-20 Summit in Osaka. The Rugby World Cup will also be held in Japan next year. This tournament will be held in Asia for the first time. And after that 2020 Olympics) will be held in Tokyo. For all these important global events, on my behalf, and on behalf of whole India, our warmest wishes are with you.
Friends,
Progress in India-Japan relations is limitless like Japan's Kaizen philosophy. Together with Prime Minister Abe, I am committed to strengthen these relations further. Once again I thank Abe San, the Government of Japan and all of you and convey my heartfelt wishes.
Domo Arigato Gozaimasu.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Dr Jitendra Singh inaugurates ‘Digital Exhibition on history of Constitution of India’
, Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated the ‘Digital Exhibition on History of Constitution of India’, here today. The exhibition has been organised by the Department of Personnel & Training, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, in collaboration with Parliament Museum and Archives of Lok Sabha Secretariat and Bureau of Outreach and Communication for two days i.e. 9-10 December, 2019 at Gate No.8, North Block, New Delhi. The Secretary, DoPT, Dr C. Chandramouli and senior officers of DoPT were also present during the inauguration of the exhibition.
Addressing on the occasion, Dr Jitendra Singh said that it is a pride privilege to be part of this historic moment. He said that by historical point of view, 9th December is an important day as the first sitting of the Constituent Assembly was held on 9th December, 1946. He added that the current year 2019, marks the 70th Year of the adoption of the Constitution. Dr Jitendra Singh said that the Prime Minister has given emphasis on performing Fundamental Duties along with having Fundamental Rights. The Minister said if all of us collectively perform our duties in each moment of our life, it will be fulfilment of our duty towards the nation.
The Minister visited the exhibition and also administered the National Pledge to the officials of DoPT on the occasion. Speaking about the exhibition, he said that it is a rare brush with history. He added that it is a small enclosure incorporating a large, but an eventful phase of India, as the country evolved through the Independence into a sovereign Republic.
The exhibition contains photograph of Members of Constituent Assembly, Debates  in the Constituent Assembly, Movie on making of Constitution, Quotes and audio speeches of Members of Constituent Assembly, Replica of the Constitution, Posters on Preamble to the Constitution and Fundamental Duties, Directive Principles etc.
By historical point of view, 9th December is an important day as the first sitting of Constituent Assembly was held on this day in 1946. On 29th August, 1947, the Constituent Assembly through a resolution appointed a Drafting Committee to scrutinize the draft of the text of the Constitution of India prepared by Constitutional Advisor, giving effect to the decisions already taken in the Assembly and including all matters which are ancillary thereto or which have to be provided in such a Constitution, and to submit to the Assembly for consideration the text of the draft Constitution as revised by the committee.
The Constitution of India was adopted on 26th November, 1949, and the Members appended their signatures to it on 24.01.1950. In all, 284 Members  actually signed the Constitution. The Constitution of India came into force on 26.01.1950. The day of adoption of the Constitution is being celebrated in the country as “Constitution Day”.